The Power of SEWA: Challenging Patriarchy in India

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South and Southeast Asian Studies (BA)

Fisser, Lichelle (2017)

The Power of SEWA: Challenging Patriarchy in India

Bachelor thesis | South and Southeast Asian Studies (BA)

This thesis will explore the effectiveness of the unique developmental approach of the Indian Women's Union SEWA. This women's union and activist network works through the agency of self-employed women to empower and develop. By using the conceptual debate of structure and agency, this thesis will make a contribution to the effectiveness of projects for women empowerment in India.